What is the process of making a hydrogen bomb?
The process of making a hydrogen bomb involves several steps. First, a fuel mixture of liquid deuterium and tritium is placed in a container surrounded by a hollow metal cylinder filled with liquid lithium. The lithium acts as a neutron reflector, which helps contain the explosion. Next Second, an electric current is sent through the lithium, which causes it to heat up and cause a nuclear fusion reaction. This reaction releases neutrons, which are then captured by the tritium, creating more tritium and helium. Finally, a detonation device is used to ignite fission and helium. The fusion reaction releases a tremendous amount of energy, which is used to power the hydrogen bomb.